INSPECTION Checklist Get Ready for Inspection Checklist Inspections are an important step of the selling your home, and the more prepared you are the less likely issues will come up during the process. No one expects a home to be perfect, but if problems are found, buyers may ask for repairs to be completed or could even request a price reduction. and/or seller credit.
BEFORE INSPECTION
AFTER INSPECTION
The house should be clean to present
It is common practice for the
a well cared for home. Utilities should
sellers to leave the home during
be on so that the inspector can check
the inspection, and have pets
electrical and plumbing in the home.
crated or take them with you.
The inspector will need to be able to access everything in your home INTERIOR: even attics, basements, furnaces, and underneath every sink EXTERIOR all siding windows and doors
KEY INSPECTION ITEMS Roof
Foundation
Walls
Plumbing
Electrical
HVAC
PRO TIP: Be ready at least an hour before the inspection time Inspectors are known for being early.
GENERAL TO DO LIST
DOORS & WINDOWS
Check and replace burnt out light bulbs
Make sure all doors and windows are
Replace A/C and furnace filters
clean & in good working order
Turn on all pilot lights, including fireplace
Check that all locks are working
Make sure fuse box switches are properly
Check the caulking and seals around
labeled
windows and doors
Take care of any bug problems like ants,
Clean sliding door track
spiders, roaches, wasp nests, etc.
ROOF KITCHEN & BATHROOMS
Clear debris from gutters
Check for mold or mildew
Check and repair any damaged or
Check for water leaks or any signs of
missing shingles or tiles
water damage
Check downspouts are free from debris
Tighten cabinet door hinges if loose Make sure your toilets are working properly and not running
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